Overview
Lina Okar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Chorea, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Splenectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles.
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- EPO
- HMO
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
1225 S. Grand Blvd., First Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lina A. Okar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lina A. Okar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lina A. Okar by calling their office at 314-617-2555. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lina A. Okar a top-rated expert for Herpes Simplex Encephalitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lina A. Okar is classified as an Experienced expert for Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Lina A. Okar specialize in?
While Dr. Lina A. Okar is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Chorea. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Lina A. Okar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lina A. Okar has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Herpes Simplex Encephalitis. You can view a list of Dr. Lina A. Okar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lina A. Okar accept my insurance?
Dr. Lina A. Okar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-617-2555 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ChoreaDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Chorea.
- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
- HeadacheDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- Herpes Simplex EncephalitisDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Herpes Simplex Encephalitis.
- Movement DisordersDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Moyamoya DiseaseDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Moyamoya Disease.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- SeizuresDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- SplenectomyDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.
- StrokeDr. Okar isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.